Description
Hourly Salary: $30.64 - $38.30/hour
The deadline to submit an application to this position is February 28, 2026. However, it is subject to close at any time once a qualified pool of applications is obtained.
OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT
Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.
The Water Treatment Maintenance Specialist in the Water Treatment Division participates in a number of activities at the water and wastewater treatment plants that include but are not limited to repair and maintenance of treatment plant equipment and facilities, receiving chemical deliveries including chlorine, learning the operation of the treatment plant, snow removal, and facility housekeeping. The person in this job will work around hazardous chemicals, perform laboratory testing, and must be able to pass a respiratory medical physical and it is recommended they have the Hepatitis B immunization series.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Leads work crews in the repair and maintenance of water, wastewater, reuse equipment, water storage tanks, and treatment facilities
Assists with scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of water plant equipment, structures, and buildings
Assists in monitoring plant operations including assisting with laboratory tests on raw and treated water and chemical changes
Experience with chemical feeders, tanks, pumps, motors, piping systems, and valves
Mixes and loads chemicals
Maintains plant security
Performs janitorial, building, and grounds maintenance
Uses tools such as hand tools, shovel, jack hammer and power tools
Required to participate in confined space entries at whatever capacities assigned
Assists with snow removal activities and snow standby call duties
Basic knowledge of the city computer systems
Performs other duties as assigned
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Experience:
3 years’ related work experience required
Preferred Experience:
Water or wastewater treatment related experience preferred
Knowledge;
Knowledge of servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based on mechanical principles.
Knowledge of safety practices and requirements of a water treatment plant
Knowledge of personal computers and related software.
Abilities:
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to understand oral and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels as well as members of the community
Ability to operate or receive training on various types of maintenance and construction equipment
Ability to take part in Aurora Water’s Permit Required Confined Space Rescue Team
Skills:
Skilled in the use of hand tools preferred.
Attention to detail
Operating machinery
Problem solving
Licenses and/or Certificates:
State Issued Driver's license with a good driving history
Colorado Water Operator C certification
WORKING CONDITIONS
Essential Personnel:
When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.
Physical Demands:
Moderate to heavy physical work.
Requires the ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds, with or without assistance
Requires frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing over 100 pounds, with assistance
Considerable walking and standing
Frequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and climbing
Hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehicles
Vision for reading gauges and written instructions
Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals
Work Environment:
Works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to noise, dust, and fumes.
Works in and around chemical feed areas with exposure to hazardous chemicals while wearing appropriate PPE.
Some work may be performed in confined spaces with exposure to raw sewage; will be exposed to low and medium electrical voltage.
Equipment Used:
Operates equipment and vehicles common to utilities maintenance functions.
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.
